Mystics vs Lynx WNBA Pick: Can Washington Keep Pace Against League’s Top Team? (Jun 24)

• The Washington Mystics are 6-8 following an overtime win against the Dallas Wings.
• The Minnesota Lynx improved to 12-1 on the heels of an 82-66 victory against the Los Angeles Sparks.
• These squads previously faced off on Sep. 8, 2024, with the Lynx coming out on top 78-71.

One of the games on Tuesday’s WNBA slate features the Washington Mystics hosting the Minnesota Lynx. Can Washington pull off the upset in our Mystics vs Lynx pick?

Washington Seeks Third Win In Its Last Four Outings

Following a one-point loss to the Atlanta Dream, the Mystics bounced back with a 91-88 victory against the Dallas Wings on Sunday.

The Mystics’ offense placed four starters in double figures. Sonia Citron led the way with 27 points, along with 11 assists on 9-for-13 shooting overall and 4-for-7 from 3-point range. Shakira Austin added 21 points, seven boards, and shot 7-for-8 from the charity stripe.

Washington led by as many as 16 points in the first half. Dallas held a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter, but the teams battled to an 84-84 tie at the end of regulation. Citron knocked down a 3-pointer, breaking an 88-88 tie with 12.2 seconds left to play, and the Mystics held on for the victory.

Lynx Aim To Extend Win Streak To Four Games

After a 94-84 setback against the Seattle Storm on Jun. 11, the Lynx have won three straight games, including an 82-66 victory against the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday.

Kayla McBride was one of three starters who reached double figures. She finished with a team-high 29 points, including five 3-pointers. Courtney Williams’ final stat line included 18 points, six assists, four steals, and three rebounds.

Sarah Ashlee Barker hit a 3-pointer that gave the Sparks a 59-58 advantage with 7:43 left to play. However, Minnesota closed the game on a 24-7 run en route to winning its 12th game of the season.

Mystics vs Lynx WNBA Pick

Washington is ranked 10th in scoring and eighth in points allowed. Meanwhile, Minnesota is ranked second in both offensive and defensive efficiency.

The Lynx swept the four-game set last season, and that trend is expected to continue when these teams clash on Tuesday night.